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Al-Hajj Shabazz (born August 2, 1992) is an American football cornerback who is currently a free agent. He played college football at West Chester University.
College career
Shabazz played collegiately at Division II West Chester University under coach Bill Zwann. As a junior, he had four interceptions and returned one for a touchdown. As a senior, he led West Chester University in interceptions with five, pass breakups with 11, in addition to making 39 tackles. West Chester University went 11-2 and Shabazz was named an All-American. He was invited to the NFL Player's Association Collegiate Bowl and recorded six tackles. He was one of 11 non-Division I players invited to the game.
Professional career
Indianapolis Colts
Shabazz signed with the Indianapolis Colts in May 2015.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Shabazz signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on July 29, 2015.
Pittsburgh Steelers
On February 4, 2016, Shabazz signed a futures contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers. On September 3, 2016, he was released by the Steelers as part of final roster cuts and was signed to the practice squad the next day. On October 8, 2016, he was promoted to the Steelers' active roster. On October 9, 2016, he made his professional regular season debut against the New York Jets and recorded his first career tackle. He was released on October 15, 2016 and was re-signed to the practice squad. He was promoted back to the active roster on November 5, 2016. He was released again on December 3, 2016.
Houston Texans
On December 5, 2016, Shabazz was claimed off waivers by the Houston Texans. He was waived on December 17, 2016.
Return to Pittsburgh
On December 20, 2016, Shabazz was re-signed to Pittsburgh's practice squad. He was promoted to the active roster on December 24, 2016. He was released by the Steelers on May 2, 2017.